Jeypore, Dec, 09: Climate change is significantly affecting poverty reduction in India, especially in states vulnerable to natural disasters. Irregular rainfall, floods, landslides, pollution, environmental degradation, and droughts are having a severe impact on social and economic conditions.
To address these challenges, India has initiated efforts for poverty reduction and climate stability through seven major measures.
At an international conference organized by the United Nations in Istanbul, Turkey, Dr. Shatabdi Mishra, a resident of Koraput district and serving as an officer in the Department of Medicine at the District Headquarters Hospital, represented India as the sole Indian delegate. By doing so, she brought pride to Odisha and Koraput district.
Although over 20 delegates from India were eligible to participate, Shatabdi was selected by the Ministry of External Affairs under the guidance of six senior officials. She attended the three-day conference from October 31 to November 2, advising on measures to mitigate the impact of climate change. She had been preparing for the event for the past two years, alongside retired officials Dr. Arun Padhi (Chief Medical Officer), Trinath Mishra (retired teacher), and G. Venkat (retired agriculture officer).
During the conference, teams representing seven key countries—India, China, Qatar, South Africa, Philippines, Vietnam, and Sri Lanka—were formed, and Shatabdi led the team representing India. After the three-day conference, she stayed in Turkey for 12 additional days to study the impact of climate change and the measures other countries are taking to mitigate it.
Shatabdi stated that India’s seven major measures to prevent climate change from affecting the economy have been recognized and adopted by the United Nations as best practices. These include:
- Water conservation and reforestation through rural employment programs
- Land development initiatives
- Providing climate-resilient housing to low-income groups
- Promoting sustainable agriculture and water management
- Renewable energy development, aiming for 500 GW non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030
- Supporting agriculture, forestry, and coastal management projects
- Encouraging environmental responsibility among citizens
Shatabdi emphasized the need to promote sustainable living and responsible behavior, highlighting India’s commitment to climate action.
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